ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) — Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo refers to the strict set of rules for vulnerable populations, like senior citizens or people with underlying respiratory issues, as Matilda’s Law.
I call it Matilda’s Law. My mother’s name is Matilda. Everybody’s mother, father, sister, friend in a vulnerable population—this is about protecting them. What you do highly, highly affects their health and wellbeing.
— Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo
Matilda’s Law goes into effect at 8 p.m. on Sunday. In response to social media speculation and online misinformation, the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office posted a Matilda’s Law guideline on Facebook to clarify the situation and dispel rumors.
Matilda’s Law is part of New York’s PAUSE initiative to stymy the coronavirus. The major points include:
- Do not report to work
- Only leave home for necessities like medicine, food, gas, etc.
- Maintain six feet distance from others
- Restaurants and bars are takeout and delivery only, no dining in
